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This episode discusses a recent policy shift by the Centers for
Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) regarding binding
pre-dispute arbitration clauses in long-term care resident
agreements over the course of the past year. CMS’ current proposal
reverses the ban on binding pre-dispute arbitration agreements and
allows such agreements with residents when certain conditions are
met (e.g., the agreement is described in plain language,
acknowledged by the resident, available for inspection by CMS, and
disclosed through a notice posted in an area visible to residents
and visitors). This episode outlines these conditions and discusses
the implications for providers.

About the Podcast

Triage: Rapid Legal Lessons for Busy Health Care Professionals is a podcast created by the K&L Gates health care practice group to inform our clients and friends of the firm about the latest developments in health law. Given the complex and dynamic landscape of health care, Triage will analyze issues related to payment and reimbursement, fraud and abuse, pharmacy, and information privacy, among other topics.